Preserving Local history
The Union County Historical Society of New Jersey was incorporated by an Act of the 93rd Legislature of the State of New Jersey on April 1, 1869. The objective of this Society is the collection and preservation of all matter of historical relics, books, records, documents, and manuscripts, to stimulate and encourage historical research and the study of history pertaining to the territory originally embraced by Elizabethtown and the present Union County.
The Society exists through the help and generosity of its members. Membership is comprised of citizens who have a common interest in preserving the past. There is no paid staff. The Executive Board and Members perform all Society functions.
UCHS Archives
Issue 132 highlights rare newspaper treasures, Elizabeth’s pioneering submarine, Revolutionary-era history, and an 1880 bird’s-eye view of the waterfront.
Luncheon highlights, Caldwell obelisk grant, Singer Manufacturing history, and member memorials in Union County.
Highlights from the May–June 2024 UCHS Newsletter featuring the Annual Luncheon, Student Awards, and new historical trading cards.
Issue 131 features UCHS student awards, a Snyder Academy preservation talk, and a Bicentennial log-beacon reenactment tied to the Battle of Springfield.
Issue 160 recap: Hanson House meeting, 1799 debt record book, worldwide research requests, and 1947 blizzard photos from Elizabeth.
Civil War songs, winter storms, War of 1812 notes, a tribute to Dr. Fridlington, and Roselle’s early outdoor movie screenings.
UCHS Photo Gallery
2019 Annual Picnic
The 2019 Annual Picnic at Nomahegan Park brought UCHS members together for food, stories, and community.
UCHS Student Awards 2017
Four students recognized by UCHS in 2017 for excellence in academics and history.
Admiral Farragut Reenactment at UCHS 2014
Mr. Bruce Tucker brought Admiral Farragut to life in a compelling 2014 UCHS reenactment.
Dean Poulsen Presents Music from World War I
Dean Poulsen’s WWI music program, plus guest speaker Rich Rosenthal and a special award to Louise Engstrom.
2018 Indoor Picnic – UCHS Community Gathering
UCHS 2018 Indoor Picnic brought members together at Hanson House for food, fun, and community—documented in Issue #145.
Our longtime friend and Society Treasurer, Bill Frolich, sadly passed away on September 30th 2021. He was 101 years old, a 45-year member of UCHS, and the writer/editor of our Newsletter. Bill and his extraordinary knowledge of Union County history will be greatly missed.